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Saturday, May 26, 2012

Types of Eczema

Types of Eczema

Eczema is an inflammation on the skin, which results in itching. It converts your smooth skin to a hard one. The condition may be caused by any allergy to you or in your family history. However, there is no exact reason for this disease.


Eczema comes in many forms. Here are the types of eczema.


STASIS ECZEMA - This type of eczema affects the legs of varicose veins sufferers resulting in possible irritation inflammation and staining.


ATOPIC ECZEMA - This type of eczema do not let babies get rid of its effect. This type of eczema is common in babies aged 2 to 18 months can come because of hereditary allergy. It is a most common type of eczema. This type of eczema has some hereditary connection. Weeping cores can appear when baby scratches the small pimple that arises after affecting the face, inside of the elbows and behind the knees. Apply petroleum Jelly in mild cases. Severe cases require corticosteroid ointments. Doctor may prescribe Antihistamines to reduce the itching. It is also advisable to keep the baby cool and only use cotton clothing to avoid irritation